24 Jun 2021

J&K to get statehood 'at right time,' says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday chaired an all-party meeting to discuss the prevailing situation in Jammu and Kashmir.

Watch 'Luca' this weekend, fall in love with some monsters

Pixar is back with an emotional tale of friendship and self-discovery in the Disney++ animated production Luca.

'Sisters on Track' review: Netflix documentary is inspiring and fun

Netflix documentary Sisters on Track, capturing the track and field prodigies Sheppard sisters, shows us that running can be a golden ticket to a secured life.

'Rocket Boys' first look: Meet on-screen Vikram Sarabhai, Homi Bhabha

The first look of actors Jim Sarbh and Ishwak Singh from the upcoming web series Rocket Boys was revealed by streaming platform SonyLIV recently.

Ferrari 296 GTB, with an 818hp plug-in hybrid powertrain, unveiled

Ferrari has unveiled its 296 Gran Turismo Berlinetta (GTB) entry-level supercar. It sits below the F8 Tributo in the company's line-up and rivals the recently-announced McLaren Artura.

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First look of Akshay Kumar, Nupur Sanon's 'Filhaal 2' released

Akshay Kumar made his music video debut with Filhall, alongside Nupur Sanon in 2019.

Tata Nexon EV updated with new wheels and touchscreen console

Homegrown automaker Tata Motors has made some welcome changes to its Nexon EV. The electric vehicle has been updated in line with the fuel-based model.

Twitter India MD gets relief from court in Ghaziabad case

Manish Maheshwari, the Managing Director of Twitter's India operations, has been granted interim protection from arrest by the Karnataka High Court in connection with tweets about the alleged assault of an elderly Muslim man in Ghaziabad.

Signal isn't in compliance with IT Ministry rules, claim officials

Signal, the not-for-profit messaging service that shot to fame amid WhatsApp's privacy policy fiasco, is allegedly not in compliance with the Indian Government's new IT guidelines for social media intermediaries.

Realme X7 Max 5G Milky Way edition goes on sale

Realme X7 Max 5G's Milky Way color option has gone on sale in India today at a starting price of Rs. 26,999. It is available via Flipkart and Realme's official website.

Vivo V21e 5G goes official in India at Rs. 25,000

Expanding its portfolio of 5G smartphones, Vivo has launched its V21e 5G handset in India. It carries a price-tag of Rs. 24,990.

'Balika Vadhu 2' gets its Jagya and Anandi; begins shoot

Colors TV is set to bring back, Balika Vadhu, one of its most famous television series, with new lead actors, Vansh Sayani and Shreya Patel.

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'2G mukt India': Ambani's Jio announces "most affordable" 4G smartphone

At its 44th Annual General Meeting, Reliance has announced a new "most affordable" smartphone, called the JioPhone Next. It has been developed in association with Google and will be up for grabs in India from September 10 onwards.

PM Modi meets J&K leaders. What happened so far?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today met with top political leaders from Jammu and Kashmir to hold discussions.

Scientists develop 'universal' vaccine to tackle COVID-19, variants, other coronaviruses

Researchers have developed a "universal" vaccine for coronaviruses, which has been found to protect mice against COVID-19, along with other group 2B coronaviruses.

Xiaomi's Mi TV Webcam launched in India at Rs. 2,000

Xiaomi has launched its plug-and-play webcam, called the Mi TV Webcam, in India. It carries a price-tag of Rs. 1,999 and will be up for grabs from June 28 onwards.

'State-orchestrated massacre,' says Kunal Kamra about COVID-19, gets severe backlash

Calling COVID-19 a "state-orchestrated massacre," popular stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra lashed out at the PM Narendra Modi-led government in a recent opinion piece on The New York Times.

Reliance AGM: Ambani inducts Saudi Aramco chairman on RIL board

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) held its 44th annual general meeting (AGM) on Thursday, during which, the company made several key announcements regarding its telecom, retail, and oil-to-chemicals business.

Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Andy Murray selected for Great Britain

Andy Murray has been selected for Great Britain's tennis team at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.

Porsche 911 GT2 RS sets new lap record at Nurburgring

The Porsche 911 GT2 RS, equipped with a Manthey Performance Kit, has set a new lap record for road-legal production cars at the 20.8km Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany.

Euro 2020, round of 16: All you need to know

The European Championships saw the group stage games come to an end as 16 teams have made it to the knockout stages.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 receives FCC certification, launch imminent

Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy Z Flip3 smartphone in August this year, alongside the Galaxy Z Fold3 model.

ICC World Test Championship 2019-21: Decoding the key stats

The ICC World Test Championship 2019-21 cycle came to an end with New Zealand beating Team India in the final at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.

Everything that Ambani announced at Reliance's Annual General Meeting 2021

Today, Mukesh Ambani-led conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) held its 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM), virtually. The event commenced at 2pm and was streamed live on the JioMeet platform.

Benelli TRK 502, 502X receive a price-hike of Rs. 6,000

Italian automaker Benelli has hiked the prices of its TRK 502 and 502X motorbikes in India.

Mi MIX 4 tipped to offer 120W fast-charging support

Xiaomi is gearing up to launch a new Mi MIX 4 flagship smartphone later this year.

'Krrish 4': Jadoo returns; movie to revolve around time travel?

Hrithik Roshan drove his fans crazy when he teased a possible Krrish reboot, while celebrating 15 years of his superhero character recently.

Will vaccines work against Delta Plus variant? ICMR begins study

The Indian Council of Medical Research is studying the efficacy of the currently approved vaccines against the emerging Delta Plus variant of the coronavirus.

Mahindra XUV700's production begins in July; launch likely in August

An image from Mahindra's Pune factory has emerged which indicates that the production of the XUV700 model in India will start this July. The SUV is expected to be launched by August.

'Want my life back,' Britney demands conservatorship end; gets support

Britney Spears told a court she wants the "abusive" conservatorship that has controlled her life for years to end.

2021 Wimbledon: World number one Ashleigh Barty in numbers

Women's singles world number one Ashleigh Barty will hope to show her worth at the 2021 Wimbledon.

Lava Benco V80, with a 5,000mAh battery, goes official

Lava has teamed up with Benco Mobile to launch a new V80 handset in Thailand. It carries a price-tag of THB 2,890 (roughly Rs. 6,700).

Lionel Messi turns 34: A look at his career achievements

Football superstar Lionel Messi is celebrating his 34th birthday today.

SSR case: Rajput's choreographer friend files RTI, gets CBI's reply

Choreographer Ganesh Hiwarkar, who was a longtime friend of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, had filed a Right to Information (RTI) plea to know his death case's status, but the reply from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) proved to be inadequate for him.

BMW 5 Series (facelift) sedan launched at Rs. 63 lakh

German automaker BMW Motorrad has launched the facelifted version of its 5 Series sedan in India. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 62.9 lakh.

Coronavirus: India reports 54K+ new cases; 71% in 5 states

India on Thursday reported over 54,000 new COVID-19 cases, along with more than 1,300 deaths.

Realme Narzo 30 series, Smart TV, and Buds Q2 launched

Realme has launched its latest Narzo 30 series of smartphones in India, alongside the Smart TV Full-HD and Buds Q2.

News media firms move Madras HC over new IT rules

Digital News Publishers Association - a 13-member group of the country's biggest news media firms - has challenged the constitutional relevance of the central government's new Information Technology rules (IT Rules, 2021) in the Madras High Court.

Bookings for BMW M340i xDrive's second batch underway in India

BMW dealerships have started accepting bookings for the second batch of the M340i xDrive sedan in India. The second batch might be limited to just 50 units.

Here's why ED summoned Manish Malhotra, Sabyasachi, Ritu Kumar

Popular fashion designers, Manish Malhotra, Sabyasachi and Ritu Kumar, have been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) recently, in connection with a money laundering case they are currently probing.

2022 INFINITI QX60 revealed with all-new design and tech features

Nissan's luxury car division INFINITI has taken the wraps off the 2022 iteration of its QX60 model.

Micromax IN 2B spotted on Geekbench with UNISOC T610 chipset

Micromax is gearing up to launch a new IN-series smartphone, called the IN 2B, in India soon.

Court asks KRK not to post anything defamatory against Salman

Salman Khan's defamation case against Kamaal R Khan (KRK), filed last month, has taken a new turn.

Honda Civic Hatchback, with new look and two engines, revealed

Japanese automaker Honda has revealed the 2022 version of its Civic Hatchback in the US. It is available in four trims: LX, Sport, EX-L, and Sport Touring.

PM Modi set to chair all-party meet on J&K today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a crucial meeting with political leaders from Jammu and Kashmir at his Delhi residence at 3 pm today.

McAfee founder dies of 'apparent suicide' in Spanish prison

John McAfee, the founder of the antivirus software McAfee, was found dead in his jail cell in Spain on Wednesday.

Baba Ramdev moves Supreme Court challenging FIRs against 'allopathy' remark

Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Wednesday moved the Supreme Court challenging multiple cases against him for his comments on allopathy.

Euro 2020: Record-breaking Ronaldo helps Portugal advance; Germany through

Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo scripted several top records as Portugal and France played out a controversial 2-2 draw at the European Championships.

UEFA Euro 2020, Spain and Sweden seal wins: Records broken

Spain thrashed Slovakia 5-0 in their final Group E encounter at the European Championships.

Craving a pancake? Try this fluffy, delicious recipe at home

Who doesn't love to have fluffy pancakes with a whole lot of maple syrup topping it?

New-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan found testing with flared wheel arches

German automaker Mercedes-Benz might unveil its next-generation E-Class sedan by the end of 2022.

OPPO Reno6 Z to feature a 64MP triple rear camera

OPPO is working to announce a new Reno6 Z smartphone as a successor to its Reno5 Z model, which went official in April this year.

Waiting period for Hyundai CRETA stretches up to five months

Hyundai's CRETA is certainly the best-selling model for the South Korean automaker in India and unsurprisingly, the waiting period for the SUV never seems to end.

TECNO PHANTOM X up for pre-orders, launch imminent

TECNO is working to launch a new PHANTOM X smartphone, as confirmed by various teasers released by the company.

23 Jun 2021

New Zealand win the ICC World Test Championship: Records broken

A defiant New Zealand outfit beat Team India in the ICC World Test Championship final at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.

Warren Buffett resigns as Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation trustee

Billionaire Warren Buffett on Wednesday announced that he has resigned as a trustee at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

'Breaking Bad' character features on chemistry book, netizens in splits

Breaking Bad ended in 2013, but the iconic series still has a special place in the hearts of its fans.

Katrina Kaif begins reading sessions for Vijay Sethupathi-Sriram Raghavan's next

Katrina Kaif is all set to begin preparing for Sriram Raghavan's upcoming movie, Merry Christmas.

Google's new tool adjusts employee salary according to work-from-home location

Search giant Google rolled out a new tool called "Work Location Tool" for employees on Tuesday that would estimate how an employee's pay would change depending on their work location preferences.

Warner Bros. drops new trailer for 'The Suicide Squad'

DC supervillains are "dying to save the world" again!

Prepare to watch the Full Strawberry Moon on June 24

May and June have been an absolute treat for skywatchers and astrophotographers. The northern hemisphere is in for another treat with the last (almost) supermoon of 2021 set to bathe the night sky in its glory on June 24.

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2022 KTM 450 RALLY FACTORY REPLICA breaks cover: Details here

KTM has announced a new 450 RALLY FACTORY REPLICA off-road bike, which has been developed with feedback from the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team.

Matters of tongue: TN youth might have world's longest tongue

A 20-year-old engineering student from Tamil Nadu, K Praveen, is looking to enter the Guinness World Records for the longest tongue in the world.

WTC final: NZ start well in run-chase of 139

New Zealand (19/0) headed into tea on Day 6 at a comfortable position, chasing a paltry 139 runs against India in the ICC World Test Championship final.

Ahead of launch, Vivo V21e 5G's specifications and prices leaked

Vivo is all set to launch its latest smartphone, the V21e 5G, in India tomorrow i.e. June 24 at 5pm.

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Twitter welcoming applications for testing new Ticketed Spaces, Super Follows

Popular microblogging platform Twitter recently stopped accepting applications for the prestigious account verification process. However, it has now begun welcoming applications for Super Follows subscriptions and Ticketed Spaces.

Take the vaccine or go to jail, says Philippines President

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte is clearly disappointed with the slow pace of COVID-19 vaccination there.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 4 revealed in fresh renders

Samsung is likely to launch a new smartwatch, called the Galaxy Watch Active 4, on June 28 at the Mobile World Congress 2021 event.

New Zealand need 139 to win the World Test Championship

A poor batting performance by India has seen New Zealand get on the driver's seat in the ongoing WTC final.

Manisha Koirala to play Kartik Aaryan's mother in this movie

'90s star Manisha Koirala will reportedly grace the screen again, soon.

Benelli Leoncino 500 bike becomes costlier by Rs. 11,000

Italian automaker Benelli has hiked the prices of its BS6-compliant Leoncino 500 motorbike in India.

Google auto-installs Massachusetts COVID-19 contact tracing app, Android users outraged

Scores of Android users in the American state of Massachusetts were in for a rude shock when they discovered that the state's COVID-19 contact tracing app, called Exposure Notifications Settings Feature - MA, had been automatically installed on their devices without prior consent or notification.

BMW teases 5 Series (facelift) prior to launch in India

BMW India is all set to launch the 5 Series (facelift) sedan on June 24. In the latest development, the company has teased the car on social media platforms.

Blast in Lahore near Hafiz Saeed's house; 3 killed

At least three people were killed and 21 injured due to a blast in Lahore's Johar town in Pakistan on Wednesday.

Samsung Galaxy S22 tipped to feature a 50MP main camera

Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy S22 series of flagship smartphones in the first half of 2022.

'Shark Tank India' is here to encourage aspiring, talented entrepreneurs

Having one's own business is a dream many nurture, but there are various societal and financial restrictions that stop one from pursuing this dream.

Assaulted by husband, asked to adjust by cops: Vismaya's story

Vismaya V Nair, a 24-year-old woman from Kerala, died by alleged suicide on Monday, following which her husband has been arrested by the police for allegedly harassing her over dowry.

WTC final, Day 6: India lose Kohli, Pujara and Rahane

Team India resumed on 64/2 against New Zealand on the reserved sixth day after rain played a spoilsport earlier on in the ICC World Test Championship final.

Maruti Suzuki WagonR EV hatchback spotted testing in India

Maruti Suzuki might launch an electric version of its WagonR hatchback in India next year.

iQOO 3 now starts at Rs. 17,500 in India

Vivo-backed iQOO has reduced the prices of its iQOO 3 smartphone in India once again. It now starts at Rs. 17,495 and the new prices are reflecting on the company's website.

'Snake Eyes' trailer: Henry Golding turns 'G.I. Joe' silent ninja

The first trailer of the highly-anticipated action-drama, Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins, released recently and has gained appreciation from fans.

Kartik Aaryan bags role in love story 'Satyanarayan Ki Katha'

Kartik Aaryan announced his next romantic drama, Satyanarayan Ki Katha on social media on Wednesday. He shared a small promo that bore the names of the makers, revealing Aaryan as the lead.

Samsung's Tab S7 FE, A7 Lite now available in India

Samsung's recently-launched Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite have gone on sale in India today at a starting price of Rs. 46,999 and Rs. 11,999, respectively.

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 3cr; last 1cr in 50 days

India on Wednesday reported over 50,000 new COVID-19 cases. The nation's tally has now crossed three crore, becoming only the second country to mark the grim milestone after the United States.

Who is Sylvie Laufeydottir? 'Loki' Episode 3 raises many questions

Ever since the variant in Loki was revealed to be a blonde woman with a one-horned headband and green suit, fans have been speculating about her identity.

Ampere Zeal and Magnus Pro e-scooters become Rs. 9,000 cheaper

Following an increase in subsidy on electric two-wheelers under the FAME II scheme, Ampere has reduced the prices of its Zeal and Magnus Pro e-scooters.

BJP's Maneka Gandhi faces protests for allegedly abusing a veterinarian

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Maneka Gandhi, a self-described animal rights activist, is facing the heat for allegedly abusing a veterinarian.

Happy Birthday, Tanmay Bhat: King of comedy and controversies

Everyone knows who Tanmay Bhat is - a comedian, performer, and YouTube star.

2021 Wimbledon: A look at Simona Halep in numbers

All eyes will be on Romania's Simona Halep, who is set to defend her Wimbledon crown in the upcoming 2021 edition.

Samsung A22 5G's launch imminent as support page goes live

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G's support page, with model number SM-A226B/DS, has gone live on the company's Indian website, hinting at its imminent launch.

Audi e-tron to be launched in India on July 22

Audi has announced that its e-tron electric SUV will be launched in India on July 22. The car is already listed here on the brand's official website.

Kangana reacts to 'Thalaivi' getting 'U' certificate for Tamil release

Kangana Ranaut's biographical drama based on late J Jayalalithaa's life, Thalaivi, has received a "U" certificate for its Tamil release.

Samsung Galaxy M22 spotted on Bluetooth certification site; launch imminent

Samsung is gearing up to announce a new Galaxy M22 smartphone. In the latest development, the handset with model number SM-M225FV_DS has been spotted on the Bluetooth SIG certification website.

Banks given Rs. 9,300cr seized from Mallya, Modi, Choksi: ED

The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday said that it had transferred over Rs. 9,300 crore to public sector banks (PSBs) and the central government after attaching or seizing the assets of fugitive billionaires Mehul Choksi, Nirav Modi, and Vijay Mallya.

Realme C25s receives a price-hike of Rs. 500

Realme has hiked the prices of its C25s smartphone in India by Rs. 500. The revision is applicable to both the 4GB/64GB and 4GB/128GB variants, and the new prices are now reflecting on the company's official website.

2022 Kia Soul hatchback debuts at around Rs. 14.2 lakh

South Korean automaker Kia Motors has unveiled its 2022 Soul hatchback. It carries a starting price-tag of $19,190 (around Rs. 14.26 lakh) and is offered in six trim levels.

Lenovo launches foldable laptop in India at Rs. 3.29 lakh

Lenovo's latest flagship laptop, the ThinkPad X1 Fold, has been introduced in India with a price-tag of Rs. 3.29 lakh.

#BanGrahanWebSeries: Trouble for Hotstar series 'Grahan', SGPC calls for ban

Upcoming Hotstar Specials series Grahan, based on the mass killings of the Sikhs in 1984, is drawing flak over the "objectionable" portrayal of a Sikh character.

Delta Plus now 'Variant of Concern,' over 40 cases reported

AY.1 or Delta Plus, a new variant of the coronavirus, has been categorized as a "Variant of Concern" by the Indian government, reports said, leveling up from its previous status as a "Variant of Interest."

'Shanti': Nikki Tamboli, Millind Gaba's peppy track makes you groove

Millind Gaba's new song, Shanti, featuring actor Nikki Tamboli is out now!

Redmi Note 10's 6GB/128GB model receives a price-hike in India

Xiaomi has once again hiked the prices of its Note 10 smartphone in India by Rs. 500, but this time the price-revision is only for the 6GB/128GB model. It now costs Rs. 14,999 and the new price is reflecting on mi.com.

2022 Porsche 911 GTS, with a 473hp engine, goes official

German automaker Porsche has unveiled the GTS variant of its 911 car. It is positioned between the Carrera S and Turbo trims.

COVAXIN for children aged 2-18 by September, says AIIMS chief

India's first coronavirus vaccine for children could be ready by September, said Dr. Randeep Guleria, the chief of Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).

When to take COVID-19 vaccine after recovery and other FAQs

Amid the imminent threat of a third wave of COVID-19, vaccinations against the viral disease are becoming pertinent.

UEFA Euro 2020, England beat Czech Republic 1-0: Records broken

England kept a clean sheet for the third successive group game in the ongoing European Championships.

Huawei Maimang 10 SE tipped to feature Snapdragon 480 chipset

As an addition to its China-exclusive Maimang line-up, Huawei is reportedly working on a new Maimang 10 SE model.

Google is now accepting submissions for 2021 Material Design Awards

On June 21, Google began welcoming submissions for its annual contest that rewards ingenious use of the Material Design system across four categories.

NZone S7 Pro 5G goes official with triple rear cameras

China Mobile-backed NZone has launched its first smartphone, the S7 Pro 5G, in its home country. It starts at CNY 2,299 (roughly Rs. 26,400).

Yamaha NMAX 160 launched in a limited-run Star Wars avatar

Yamaha has launched its NMAX 160 ABS Star Wars edition scooter in Brazil. Limited to only 680 units, the vehicle is available in two trims: Galactic Empire and Rebel Alliance.

Lenovo K13 Note, with Snapdragon 460 chipset, goes official

Lenovo has launched its latest budget-range smartphone, the K13 Note. It carries a price-tag of RUB 12,490 (around Rs. 12,700) and is already up for grabs in Russia.